Arike Ogunbowale Explodes for 30 Points in Commissioner’s Cup Win Over Sparks

Ogunbowale tracks own miss for late bucket to seal win.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 61 min read

THAT'S TUFF, ARIKE 😤 She gets her own rebound and drains the two! DAL-LAS | ION | 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup present Via @WNBA on X

What happened: Arike Ogunbowale powered the Dallas Wings to a 104–96 road victory over the Los Angeles Sparks, punctuated by a late sequence where she tracked down her own missed shot for a critical putback. The 30-point performance marked a

Why it matters: The win keeps Dallas undefeated at 2-0 in both the regular season and Cup standings, building on momentum from a recent road victory over the Liberty. Ogunbowale's efficiency—including six triples—helped the Wings overcome a strong Sparks challenge and maintain their position at the top of the group.

By the numbers: Ogunbowale: 30 PTS ( DAL: 2-0 record, 87.0 PPG. LA: 1-1 record.

What to watch: Dallas looks to maintain its perfect start as Commissioner's Cup group play continues.

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